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Hello Detroit! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • What $40 million in community benefits are Detroiters demanding at the RenCen?
  • What you'll discover at the DIA's Rivera Court and Ofrendas
  • How Prest Street neighbors are turning tragedy into a push for change

Also on today's calendar: 10th Anniversary Blue Ribbon Run and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call a paper airplane that can't fly? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Partly sunny and warm, with a high of 76 and low of 52 degrees.
  • Thursday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, temps: high: 70, low: 44.
  • Friday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 69 and low of 49 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Detroiters ask RenCen developers for $40M in gifts. What's on the list (freep.com subscription) — Detroit residents serving on the Neighborhood Advisory Council have proposed roughly $40 million in community benefits tied to the massive $2.2 billion Renaissance Center redevelopment, including housing, home repair, small-business support, and RiverWalk access. Developers Bedrock and GM must now respond to this extensive wish list, which could become one of Detroit's largest community benefits packages if approved.
   

2. Hispanic Heritage at the DIA: Rivera Court and Ofrendas: Celebrating el Dia de Muertos (midmichigannow.com) — In Detroit, the DIA is spotlighting Hispanic heritage through its famed Rivera Court murals and the 14th Annual Ofrendas: Celebrating el Día de Muertos exhibition. Visitors can explore Diego Rivera's Detroit Industry Murals and view ofrendas created by local artists honoring loved ones, especially meaningful during Hispanic Heritage Month.
   

3. Prest Street residents push for neighborhood association, blight removal after mass shooting (clickondetroit.com) — Neighbors on Prest Street in Detroit are organizing a new neighborhood association and demanding blight cleanup after a mass shooting at an alleged illegal after-hours spot killed three people and injured four. Community group Detroit 300 and city officials are canvassing the area, holding meetings, and encouraging residents to speak up and work together to improve safety.
   

4. Driverless cars hit the streets of downtown Detroit as Waymo begins its fully autonomous phase (wxyz.com) — Fully driverless Waymo cars are beginning test rides on downtown Detroit streets, with the city coordinating closely to ensure police, fire, and mobility officials are ready. Residents are reacting with a mix of excitement and nerves as Detroit becomes Waymo's 11th city and a key cold‑weather testing ground for autonomous ride-hailing.
   

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What do you call a paper airplane that can't fly?" — Stationary (Thank you David H. for sending it in!)
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